Front Cooling Unit: Removal

HINT:

At the time of installation, first evacuate air from refrigeration system.

Then, charge the system with the refrigerant and inspect for leaks of the refrigerant.

Specified amount: 1,050 +/- 50 g (37.03 +/- 1.76 oz.) 

1. Using SST, remove the 2 piping clamps.

   SST 09870-00025 (Liquid tube)

   09870-00015 (Suction tube)

   Fig 1: Disconnecting Liquid And Suction Tubes

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   1. Insert SST to piping clamp.

      HINT:

      Confirm the direction of the piping clamp claw and SST referring to the illustration on the caution label.

      Fig 2: Inserting SST To Piping Clamp

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   2. Push down SST and release the clamp lock.
      NOTE: Be careful not to deform the tubes when pushing SST.
   3. Pull SST slightly and push the release lever, then remove the piping clamp with SST.
   4. Remove the piping clamp from SST.
      Fig 3: Removing Piping Clamp From SST

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2. Disconnect the both tubes.
   NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

   HINT:

   At the time of installation:

   • Lubricate 4 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.
   • After connection, check the fitting for claw of the piping clamp.

1. Disconnect the connector.
2. Remove the 2 screws and antenna relay.
   Fig 5: Removing 2 Screws And Antenna Relay

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1. Disconnect the connector.
2. Remove the 4 screws, 2 nuts and cooling unit.
   Fig 6: Remove Cooling Unit Screws

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